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We see abbreviations everywhere in our daily lives. But do we really know what they stand for?
This is a renovated/adopted version of an old quiz by author charlemagne

A multiple-choice quiz by cavalier87. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
cavalier87

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
836

Updated
Dec 11 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
9 / 10

Plays
583

Last 3 plays: Guest 98 (8/10), mcdubb (10/10), Guest 165 (9/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. If some serious crime in the US is taking place and local law enforcement might not be enough, the SWAT team might be tasked to provide support. What does SWAT stand for? Hint

Southern Washington and Tacoma

Southern Wood and Textiles

Special Weapons and Tactics

Sudanese Warriors and Technicians

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Question 2 of 10

2. In auto mechanics, what does TDC stand for? Hint

Twist Dead Center

Turn Deadbolt Correctly

Top Dead Center

Tank Drop Correction

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Question 3 of 10

3. When working with drafting and mechanical drawing, what does CAD mean? Hint

Corrected Art Drawing

Computers and Drawing

Corrected and Decisive

Computer Aided Design

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Question 4 of 10

4. If you've ever watched college sports, you'll probably get this one. What does NCAA stand for?

Answer: (No {'and';} be careful of the order you put the A's in)

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Question 5 of 10

5. In the context of engineering, what does SAE stand for? Hint

Standards of Automotive Efficiency

Society of Automotive Engineers

Standards and Efficiency

Standards of Autotech Equipment

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Question 6 of 10

6. Known as both a popular restaurant and a common saying to express one's relief in it being Friday, what does the "TGI" in "TGIF" stand for? Hint

Tell Grandma Inside

That Guy Is

Thank God It's

This Game Is

7. This organization, labelled the NAACP, is dedicated to ensuring an equal, equitable environment for African Americans. It is over a century old and was founded in the US.

What does "NAACP" stand for? Hint

National Agenda Advancement of Colored People

National Assassination Attacks of Colored People

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

National Asymmetrical Assimilation of Creative Peanuts

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Question 8 of 10

8. It's fun to stay at the "Y! M-C-A!" - you probably got that tune through your head as you read this, didn't you? But do you know what "YMCA" stands for? Hint

Young Men's Christian Association

Youth Meshing and Coming Altogether

Yo Momma Crying Always

Young Men's Conventional Assimilation

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Question 9 of 10

9. While writing this quiz, I had something come up, so I put it on hold and decided I would be back ASAP. What does ASAP mean? Hint

Again Small And Pathetic

As Soon As Possible

Anytime Soon As Planned

Already Starting Again Preplanned

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Question 10 of 10

10. When I try to unlock my cell phone or visit a bank to access its ATM, both devices will require me to input a PIN before I proceed. What does PIN stand for? Hint

Personal Identification Number

Prototype Itinerary Number

Partially Implemented Node

Personal Industrial Novelty

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. If some serious crime in the US is taking place and local law enforcement might not be enough, the SWAT team might be tasked to provide support. What does SWAT stand for?

Answer: Special Weapons and Tactics

The SWAT team is a specialized team developed by the FBI. To sum it up, in the case of particularly dangerous operations, such as active shooter situations, the SWAT team is nationally trained to respond to these threats.

2. In auto mechanics, what does TDC stand for?

Answer: Top Dead Center

The "Top" Dead Center refers to the position of a piston in which it is farthest from the crankshaft. Juxtaposed to the TDC would be the Bottom Dead Center, which predictably is the exact opposite - located closest to the crankshaft.

3. When working with drafting and mechanical drawing, what does CAD mean?

Answer: Computer Aided Design

Basically, the CAD utilizes computers to help create, modify, analyze or optimize a design. In this context, 'design' could refer to anything, but mainly pertains to blueprints, diagrams, video clips and more.

4. If you've ever watched college sports, you'll probably get this one. What does NCAA stand for?

Answer: National Collegiate Athletic Association

The NCAA is the organization through which national college sport gameplay is facilitated. It is a non-profit organization founded in 1906 (but with a different name until 1910).

5. In the context of engineering, what does SAE stand for?

Answer: Society of Automotive Engineers

The SAE is basically designed to professionally develop engineering professionals across a variety of different industries. It was founded in 1905 and was headquartered in New York City.

6. Known as both a popular restaurant and a common saying to express one's relief in it being Friday, what does the "TGI" in "TGIF" stand for?

Answer: Thank God It's

Thank God Its Friday! This expression has been said innumerably throughout the course of history, typically because Friday is fifth of a five day week, where school students and workers with weekend off days can rejoice as they have some free time to enjoy.

Answer: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

This civil rights group was founded in 1909 by a group of people including W. E. B Du Bois. It issues two annual awards based on the creative arts and any outstanding achievement of any kind which follows the organization's mission.

8. It's fun to stay at the "Y! M-C-A!" - you probably got that tune through your head as you read this, didn't you? But do you know what "YMCA" stands for?

Answer: Young Men's Christian Association

The organization and full name derive from affiliated gyms which provided temporary housing to men. It was founded in June of 1844 in London of the UK - its creation was inspired by unhealthy social conditions which had festered as the Industrial Revolution era neared its end.

9. While writing this quiz, I had something come up, so I put it on hold and decided I would be back ASAP. What does ASAP mean?

Answer: As Soon As Possible

Typically, ASAP is used in an English context to indicate someone will carry out the task in question fairly quickly. For example, I wouldn't say I'd return to making a quiz "ASAP" if I planned to return in a month, or in a year, unless I was being sarcastic or petty with someone.

10. When I try to unlock my cell phone or visit a bank to access its ATM, both devices will require me to input a PIN before I proceed. What does PIN stand for?

Answer: Personal Identification Number

A PIN is typically a small sequence of numbers that is usually decided by the user. It should be kept secret, as its main purpose is preventing others from accessing your personal data and other information- it may be wise to use a different number altogether for multiple different things, such as using a different PIN for your banking than you would for your cell phone.

Source: Author cavalier87

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Short For? Trivia Quiz

We see abbreviations everywhere in our daily lives. But do we really know what they stand for? This is a renovated/adopted version of an old quiz by author charlemagne

We see abbreviations everywhere in our daily lives. But do we really know what they stand for?
This is a renovated/adopted version of an old quiz by author charlemagne